The Law of Patents, Second Edition, is a concise yet comprehensive casebook on the law of patents that features helpful introductory text, technologically accessible cases, detailed comments, comparative and policy perspectives, and statutes.

Rich in doctrine, policy, and theory, this casebook offers:

Logical and accessible sequencing of chapters, beginning with the history and architecture of patents and ending with defenses and remedies to infringement Helpful introductions to each chapter, transitional text within sections, and introductions and background information for cases that provide the context needed for better understanding Detailed comments following the cases that delve into doctrine and policy Both comparative perspectives and policy perspectives that are presented throughout the book Integrated treatment of relevant statutory provisions Coverage of trade secret protection that can be used at the instructor's discretion Extensive citations to academic literature

The Law of Patents, Second Edition, is a concise yet comprehensive casebook on the law of patents that features helpful introductory text, technologically accessible cases, detailed comments, comparative and policy perspectives, and statutes.

Rich in doctrine, policy, and theory, this casebook offers:

Logical and accessible sequencing of chapters, beginning with the history and architecture of patents and ending with defenses and remedies to infringement Helpful introductions to each chapter, transitional text within sections, and introductions and background information for cases that provide the context needed for better understanding Detailed comments following the cases that delve into doctrine and policy Both comparative perspectives and policy perspectives that are presented throughout the book Integrated treatment of relevant statutory provisions Coverage of trade secret protection that can be used at the instructor's discretion Extensive citations to academic literature